Early Childhood Ireland is the leading children’s advocacy and membership organisation in the Early Years and School Age Care sector, focused on our compelling vision of putting the child at the centre of our work. Early Childhood Ireland has a strong track record which spans over five decades and we are currently delivering on our Strategic Plan 2021 to 2026.

Early Childhood Ireland’s mission regarding the Eco-Emotions project focuses on empowering educators to support children’s emotional wellbeing while fostering ecological awareness and responsibility. The project aims to equip educators with the tools and knowledge to integrate emotional education with environmental practices, enabling them to support  children develop a strong connection to nature and a deeper understanding of their emotions.